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Maldives Showcases Best of Tourism at FESPO 2023 in Switzerland: MMPRC Joins Forces with 12 Industry Partners

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MALE, MALDIVES, 2023-Feb-07 — /Travel PR News/ — The Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/Visit Maldives) is thrilled to announce our participation in FESPO 2023, Switzerland’s premier travel and tourism event. Taking place from 2-5 February, over 600 exhibitors are expected to join this event held in Zürich, Switzerland. MMPRC is showcasing the best… Read the full press release

Maldives Named “Best Long-Haul Destination of the Year” at UK’s Food and Travel Magazine Reader Awards 2022

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MALE, MALDIVES, 2023-Feb-07 — /Travel PR News/ — The Maldives has won the title of ‘Best Long-Haul Destination of the Year’’ in the UK’s Food and Travel Magazine Reader Awards 2022, held at London’s Royal Automobile Club on the 19th of January 2023. The Maldives secured the title competing against destinations such as Canada, Ecuador,… Read the full press release

Visit Maldives Leads 64 Industry Representatives at OTM Mumbai Travel Trade Event

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MALE, MALDIVES, 2023-Feb-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/Visit Maldives), along with 64 industry representatives, are currently in Mumbai, India, participating at one of the premium travel trade events held in the country, OTM Mumbai. MMPRC and our industry partners are at this event to connect with travel trade… Read the full press release

Mayor Lightfoot and DCASE Announce $11M in Grants for Chicago Arts Organizations’ Recovery

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Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) Announces 2023 Cultural Grants, Furthering City’s Investment in Arts Recovery CHICAGO, IL, 2023-Feb-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Today (February 2, 2023), Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot and the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) announced the 2023 DCASE Cultural Grants Program plans, including $11M to… Read the full press release

Swedavia Welcomes New CFO Kristina Ferenius to Lead Sustainable Development

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Stockholm, Sweden, 2023-Feb-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Swedavia has appointed Kristina Ferenius to be its new CFO as well as a new member of Swedavia’s Group management team. She will assume the position by August 1. Kristina Ferenius has a degree of master of science with a major in business administration, from Stockholm University…. Read the full press release

Lufthansa Group & VARO Partner for a Greener Future with Sustainable Aviation Fuel Supply Deal

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Energy company VARO could supply large quantities of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) to the Lufthansa Group from as early as 2026 Cooperation to include innovative processes for the production of biogenic hydrogen Sustainable Aviation Fuels are essential for ecological transformation Cologne, Germany, 2023-Feb-03 — /Travel PR News/ — The Lufthansa Group and the energy company… Read the full press release

Lufthansa Expands Dreamliner Routes to US and Canada for Summer Travel

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Cologne, Germany, 2023-Feb-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Great news for “Dreamliner” fans traveling to the US and Canada this summer! Lufthansa’s newest aircraft, the Boeing 787-9, is heading to further North American destinations starting with the summer flight schedule as of 26 March. The Dreamliner will fly six times a week from Frankfurt to… Read the full press release

Cebu Pacific Recognized for Adherence to Best Corporate Governance Standards

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Manila, Philippines, 2023-Feb-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Atty. Anne Romadine Tieng, Cebu Pacific General Counsel, accepts the Golden Arrow Award for the airline in an awarding ceremony held on January 20. Cebu Pacific (PSE:CEB) received the Golden Arrow Award from the Institute of Corporate Directors in recognition of its continuous adherence to the best… Read the full press release

Hamad International Airport Launches Next-Gen Wi-Fi 6 for Optimal Passenger Experience

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Thousands of latest generation Cisco Wi-Fi 6 access points are now deployed throughout Hamad International Airport’s award-winning terminal building Doha, Qatar, 2023-Feb-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Hamad International Airport (DOH) has announced the launch of the next generation Wi-Fi service, empowered by Cisco technologies, across its state-of-the-art terminal to further enhance the airport’s passenger experience…. Read the full press release

John Holland-Kaye to Step Down as CEO of Heathrow Airport After Nine Years of Exceptional Leadership

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London, UK, 2023-Feb-03 — /Travel PR News/ — After nine years as CEO of Heathrow Airport, John Holland-Kaye has informed the Board of his intention to stand down as CEO during 2023. The Board would like to thank John for his exceptional leadership since 2014, building a strong management team, developing a consumer-focused culture, improving… Read the full press release

Marriott International Named World’s Most Admired Company for 23rd Year in a Row by FORTUNE Magazine

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BETHESDA, MD, 2023-Feb-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International has been named one of FORTUNE Magazine’s 2023 World’s Most Admired Companies for the 23rd consecutive year. Each year, FORTUNE identifies companies with the strongest reputations across industries and recognizes companies for their commitment to social responsibility, financial performance, innovation, and ability to attract and retain… Read the full press release

Fairfield by Marriott Brings Warm Hospitality to Seven Anticipated Openings in Japan’s Southern Region

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The Latest Fairfield by Marriott ‘Michi-no-Eki’ hotel openings unlock access to picturesque volcanic landscapes and historic gems of Japan’s southern regions HONG KONG, 2023-Feb-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Fairfield by Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of 30 extraordinary brands, today (JANUARY 31, 2023) announced seven anticipated openings of 2023, adding to the portfolio… Read the full press release

IHG Hotels & Resorts Expands Luxury Presence in Germany with Market Debut of Vignette Collection’s Alte Post in Reit im Winkl

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Demonstrates IHG’s exciting growth agenda in Germany’s luxury hotel sector Frankfurt, Germany, 2023-Feb-03 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hospitality companies, continues to evolve its luxury presence in Germany as they sign Alte Post in Reit im Winkl, a market debut for Vignette Collection, the company’s newest luxury brand…. Read the full press release

Qantas Soars to Most Punctual Major Domestic Airline for 5 Months Straight, Improving On-Time Flights and Reducing Cancellations

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Sydney, Australia, 2023-Feb-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Qantas customers had more on time flights and fewer cancellations in January than in the same month pre-COVID, making the national carrier the most punctual major domestic airline for five months in a row. This is the latest month-on-month improvement at Qantas after a turnaround that started… Read the full press release

Qantas Launches International Sale with Discounts on 26 Destinations, Adds New Melbourne-Jakarta Route

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Sydney, Australia, 2023-Feb-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Qantas has launched a sale with discounted fares to 26 destinations across the airline’s international network and will launch a new route between Melbourne and Jakarta. QANTAS INTERNATIONAL SALE More than 170,000 seats are up for grabs, with the sale fares up to 35 per cent below… Read the full press release

Qantas Frequent Flyer and PETstock Partner to Reward Pet Owners with Points for Purchases and Services

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Sydney, Australia, 2023-Feb-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Caring for pets is set to become even more rewarding as Qantas Frequent Flyer and PETstock launch a new partnership. From today (1ST FEBRUARY 2023), PETstock customers can now choose to earn Qantas Points when shopping online or from hundreds of PETstock stores around Australia, expanding on… Read the full press release

Halifax Stanfield Records 189% Increase in Travel Demand, Becomes Canada’s Sixth Busiest Airport

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Halifax, N.S., 2023-Feb-03 — /Travel PR News/ — From record-low passenger volumes to peak travel days occasionally surpassing pre-pandemic volumes, in 2022, Halifax Stanfield experienced a dramatic increase in travel demand and ended the year serving 3,107,425 passengers. With passenger activity up 189 per cent, Halifax Stanfield was Canada’s second fastest-recovering Tier 1 airport and… Read the full press release

Stagecoach Launches UK’s First Fully-Electric City Bus Network in Inverness with Ministerial Support

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£10.8m investment in public transport in Inverness 25 new zero-emission buses will operate on all city centre routes 159 new electric buses are planned to be introduced across the UK in 2023 £40m total investment in new vehicles and infrastructure in the Highlands by end of 2023 Perth, Scotland, 2023-Feb-03 — /Travel PR News/ —… Read the full press release

Radisson Hotel Group Brings Iconic Hotel Berlin to the Radisson Individuals Portfolio

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Brussels/Berlin, 2023-Feb-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Radisson Hotel Group is bringing its Radisson Individuals brand to the heart of Berlin. The well-known 701 rooms and suites Hotel Berlin, Berlin will become a member of Radisson Individuals from April 2023, expanding the Group’s international Radisson Individuals portfolio to 56 hotels in operation and under development… Read the full press release

Gordon Smith Named Destination Development Director for South of Scotland by VisitScotland

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VisitScotland has announced that Gordon Smith has been appointed Destination Development Director for the South of Scotland EDINBURGH, Scotland, 2023-Feb-03 — /Travel PR News/ — VISITSCOTLAND has today (02 Feb 2023) announced the appointment of a new Destination Development Director for the South of Scotland. Gordon Smith, who has worked within tourism for more than… Read the full press release

onefinestay Introduces Monthly Stays in New York with Dedicated Concierge Services

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The leading hospitality brand introduces new collection of fully furnished luxury rentals for lease in the Big Apple Paris, France, 2023-Feb-02 — /Travel PR News/ — onefinestay, the world’s leading luxury private rental brand, has launched monthly stays in New York with 16 homes available to book and many more being added over the coming months. As the… Read the full press release

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts Launches ‘Center Stage’ Music Program with Abbey Road Studios

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Providing studio time & suite time for unique and unexpected musical moments  Paris, France, 2023-Feb-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is delighted to announce the creation of ‘Center Stage’ – an exciting new music program that supports the talents of tomorrow, pairs emerging and established artists and provides studio time and suite… Read the full press release

Singapore Airlines Rolls Out Complimentary Wi-Fi for Business Class, KrisFlyer Members Upgrade to Free Plans

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All KrisFlyer members in Premium Economy Class and Economy Class now enjoy free three-hour and two-hour Wi-Fi surf plans respectively All-new attractive price-based Wi-Fi plans rolled out for all customers Singapore, 2023-Feb-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Singapore Airlines (SIA) has rolled out complimentary unlimited in-flight Wi-Fi for all Business Class customers, as well as… Read the full press release

Kansas City’s Largest Infrastructure Project Completed on Time and on Budget: New Terminal to Open on February 28th

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February 28, 2023 Slated as the Big Day Kansas City, MO, 2023-Feb-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Mayor Quinton Lucas, the Kansas City Aviation Department, and its development partners today (1/30/2023) announced the new terminal at Kansas City International Airport will open on February 28, 2023—delivering Kansas City’s largest ever infrastructure project on time and… Read the full press release

Escape the Cold: Swoop Launches Historic Winter Expansion with Over 100 Sun Flight Options per Week

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Hamilton, ON, 2023-Feb-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Over the weekend, Swoop, Canada’s leading ultra-low-cost airline, operated the last of its seasonal restarts with Saturday’s non-stop flight from Hamilton to Montego Bay. This winter Swoop offers more than 100 sun flight options per week so Canadians can escape the cold and enjoy beach vacations at… Read the full press release

SJC and Turo Partner to Offer Convenient and Diverse Vehicle Exchanges for Travelers

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New amenity allows locals to offer cars by the day, week, or month at SJC San José Calif., 2023-Feb-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Today (January 30, 2023), San José Mineta International Airport (SJC) and Turo, the world’s largest peer-to-peer car-sharing marketplace, announce the availability of vehicle exchanges from approved areas at the Airport. The partnership means… Read the full press release

KLM Appoints Zita Schellekens as SVP of Sustainability & Strategy: Leading the Charge for a Greener Future

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Amstelveen, Netherlands, 2023-Feb-02 — /Travel PR News/ — KLM has appointed Zita Schellekens as Senior Vice President (SVP) for Sustainability & Strategy, effective 1 March 2023. This is a new position on KLM’s Executive Committee. Previously Schellekens spent two and a half years as Sustainability Director at DSM. In that time, she joined forces with… Read the full press release

Aer Lingus Launches Direct Route from Ireland West to London Heathrow: Boosting Connectivity and Tourism

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Dublin, Ireland, 2023-Feb-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Aer Lingus has announced a new route from Ireland West Airport Knock to London Heathrow, which aims to support connectivity for the West and boost the local economy and tourism. The new Aer Lingus service will commence on 26th March 2023 and operate daily. While customers from the… Read the full press release

ITB Berlin Names Deborah Rothe as New Exhibition Director, Stepping into the Shoes of David Ruetz

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Berlin, Germany, 2023-Feb-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Deborah Rothe follows in the footsteps of David Ruetz as Exhibition Director of ITB Berlin, the World’s Leading Travel Trade Show. In December 2022, Ruetz became Senior Vice President of Travel + Logistics at Messe Berlin, in which role he oversees the ILA Berlin Airshow as well… Read the full press release

ITB Berlin 2023 Announces Winners of Prestigious ITB BookAward, Celebrating Outstanding Travel and Tourism Journalism

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Berlin, Germany, 2023-Feb-02 — /Travel PR News/ — With its annual ITB BookAward, ITB Berlin recognizes titles from Germany and abroad, written mainly in German, but also in German translation, which honour outstanding journalistic achievements. The aim is to focus attention beyond national borders on the broad spectrum of important intercultural travel and tourism publications…. Read the full press release